(Photo: David Allee)

DINING-WORKROOM
(1.) The Watercolors
Ceramic teapots, painted by Ruben for a series of fantasy home-design products.

(2.) The Door Frame
Was concealed by an ugly metal door when the Toledos moved in.

(3.) The Iron Railing
Original to the loft.

(4.) The Mannequin
Designed by Ruben for Ralph Pucci International. He painted the graffiti later.

(Photo: David Allee)

(1.) The Table and Chairs
A gift from the late illustrator Antonio Lopez, as is the console by the wall.

(2.) The Chair Jackets
Designed by Isabel to hide the scratches of the previous owner’s cats, they’re like little vests that slip over the chairs.

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